Cessna 402B crash near Acandi Airport

2 fatalities • Choco, Colombia

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a residential area during takeoff from Acandi Airport in Colombia.

What happened

On November 17, 2015, at approximately 1550 UTC, a Cessna 4 02B, registered as HK4981G, was performing a takeoff from Acandi Airport (SKAD) in Choco, Colombia. The flight was operating under Colombian flight regulations and was destined for Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (SKMD) in Medellin, Colombia.

During the takeoff phase, the aircraft descended and struck the ground in a residential area. The accident resulted in 2 fatalities and 8 serious injuries. At the time of the accident, visual meteorological conditions (VMC) were in effect.

Probable cause

not provided

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 17 Nov 2015 CESSNA 402B accident near Choco, Colombia?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a residential area during takeoff from Acandi Airport in Colombia.

Were there any fatalities in the 17 Nov 2015 CESSNA 402B accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 17 Nov 2015 involved a CESSNA 402B, at Choco, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

not provided

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